What is another word for shogunate?
Pronunciation: [ʃˈɒɡənˌe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
The shogunate is a term that refers to the military dictatorships that ruled Japan during the period from the 12th to the 19th century. There are several synonyms for the term, including bakufu, which literally translates to "tent government" and refers to the military headquarters that was established during the Kamakura Period. Other synonyms for shogunate include shogunato, which is a Spanish term, and seii taishogun, which was the title given to the military ruler of Japan during this period. Additionally, terms such as military government, samurai dictatorship, and feudal era are often used to describe this time in Japanese history.
